ABOUND Synonyms
There are 3 hypernyms of the word abound. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for ABOUND
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| brim | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the top edge of a vessel or other container • a circular projection that sticks outward from the crown of a hat verb • be completely full • fill as much as possible | ||||||||
| overflow | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a large flow • the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity verb • flow or run over (a limit or brim) • overflow with a certain feeling | ||||||||
| teem | verbv | |||||||
verb • be teeming, be abuzz • move in large numbers | ||||||||
| bristle | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a stiff fiber (coarse hair or filament); natural or synthetic • a stiff hair verb • be in a state of movement or action • rise up as in fear • have or be thickly covered with or as if with bristles • react in an offended or angry manner | ||||||||
| burst | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of exploding or bursting • rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms • a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) • a sudden intense happening verb • come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure • force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up • burst outward, usually with noise • move suddenly, energetically, or violently • be in a state of movement or action • emerge suddenly • cause to burst • break open or apart suddenly and forcefully | ||||||||
